Risk rates for and predisposing factors to fractures occurring in Thoroughbred racing that have been published in peer reviewed journals are documented. The potential for currently available techniques to identify horses at increased risk for fracture is discussed on the bases of principles, practicalities, advantages, disadvantages and current data. All are reviewed in light of justifiable decision making and importance of fractures to horseracing's social license.

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纯种马比赛中的骨折以及赛前识别处于危险中的马匹的可能性

记录了在同行评审期刊上发表的纯种马比赛中发生骨折的风险率和诱发因素。基于原理、实用性、优点、缺点和当前数据，讨论了当前可用技术识别骨折风险增加的马匹的潜力。所有这些都根据合理的决策以及骨折对赛马社会许可的重要性进行审查。